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This short course traces the tumultuous journey of the Jews from the medieval ghetto to statehood and beyond, centered around four pivotal moments in history: The Dreyfus Affair, the Kishinev pogrom, Kristallnacht, and the Six-Day War. Presented by Shirli Gilbert, Professor of Modern Jewish History and Director, Parkes Institute for Jewish/non-Jewish Relations, University of Southampton.

The course will present a broad, engaging overview, zooming in on significant, unusual, and extraordinary episodes along the way, all taught through original primary documents. No preparation necessary.

We recommend you attend the full course to gain meaningful insight, skills and in-depth debate.

This course is co-sponsored by the United Synagogue Community Development Fund

£75 for the full course (£55 Highgate members), Individual sessions £20 on the door (subject to availability). We have a number of sponsored places for university students please email: booking@smglc.org.uk